Bucyrus Selects SolidWorks 3D CAD Software to Drive Design of Heavy Earth-Moving Equipment.Business/Technology Editors CONCORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 26, 2001 Global supplier of surface mining equipment implements 40 seats of leading solid modeling solution SolidWorks(R) Corporation today announced that Bucyrus International Bucyrus International, Inc. is a manufacturer of heavy mining equipment. Founded in Bucyrus, Ohio in 1880, the headquarters were moved to its current location in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1893. It was an early producer of steam shovels. Incorporated has chosen SolidWorks as its three-dimensional, computer-aided design computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), form of automation that helps designers prepare drawings, specifications, parts lists, and other design-related elements using special graphics- and calculations-intensive (CAD) solution. Bucyrus, which designs and manufactures the world's largest excavator ex·ca·va·tor n. An instrument, such as a sharp spoon or curette, used in scraping out pathological tissue. excavator (eks´k and other heavy surface mining equipment, uses SolidWorks software to power its new product designs. Bucyrus recently developed one of its three main product lines, electric mining shovels, with SolidWorks software. Each shovel has more than 50,000 components and weighs up to 4 million pounds, with dipper dipper, common name for the only aquatic member of the order Perciformes (perching birds) found near cold mountain streams. With their short, stubby wings and tails and their thick brownish plumage, dippers are thought to be closely related to the wrens. capacities up to 90 cubic yards. Other products developed by Bucyrus include the 2570-WS, an excavator that weighs 13 million pounds and has a bucket capacity of 180 cubic yards. Bucyrus, with more than 1,500 employees worldwide, supplies equipment to virtually every large-scale surface mining company around the globe. SolidWorks is a leading provider of affordable, easy-to-use 3D CAD software for the mainstream market. "Bucyrus was impressed im·press 1 tr.v. im·pressed, im·press·ing, im·press·es 1. To affect strongly, often favorably: with SolidWorks' ability to handle large, complex design assemblies," said Greg Dinkleman, Bucyrus' vice president of engineering. "Its ease of use and functionality enable our new employees to adapt more quickly than with any CAD products we have used in the past. We feel SolidWorks is the most cost-effective, powerful CAD solution available on the market." With SolidWorks' 3D CAD software, Bucyrus engineers and designers save time and reduce manufacturing errors by creating more accurate designs and realistic prototypes for new parts and equipment. "As the leader in the mainstream solid modeling market, SolidWorks is pleased to be working with industry leaders such as Bucyrus," said John McEleney, chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. for SolidWorks. "Bucyrus' engineers and designers will enjoy the enhancements that we have made in SolidWorks 2001, which will ultimately lead to faster product development cycles." Bucyrus is working with SolidWorks reseller An organization that sells hardware and software to the general public. Resellers purchase products from software publishers and hardware manufacturers. Computer Aided Technology for implementation, training and support. About Bucyrus International Bucyrus International is a world leader in the manufacture of shovels, drills, and draglines for the surface mining industry. Located in South Milwaukee South Milwaukee, industrial city (1990 pop. 20,958), Milwaukee co., SE Wis., on Lake Michigan; settled 1835, inc. 1897. Draglines, machinery, consumer goods, electrical equipment, and leather products are among the city's manufactures. An annual music festival is held there. , WI, Bucyrus has been serving the mining industry for 120 years. For more information, see the company's Web site at (www.bucyrus.com) or call (414) 768-4000. About Computer Aided Technology Computer Aided Technology, Inc. is the Midwest's leading SolidWorks Value Added Reseller See VAR. (company) value added reseller - (VAR, or "value added retailer") A company which sells something (e.g. computers) made by another company (an OEM) with extra components added (e.g. specialist software). (VAR) and is dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions for the engineering, manufacturing, and educational sectors. By offering product sales, implementation, training, and support of the "Best-in-Class" technologies, Computer Aided Technology delivers powerful solutions that assist companies in increasing productivity and profitability. Computer Aided Technology currently serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Iowa. For the latest news and information, see the company's Web site (www.cati.com) or call (+1-888-308-CATI). About SolidWorks Corporation SolidWorks Corporation, a Dassault Systemes Dassault Systemes (Dassault Systèmes S.A.) (Pronounced - Dasoh) (NASDAQ: DASTY; Euronext: 13065) is a leading company specializing in 3D and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software. S.A. (Nasdaq: DASTY, Bourse bourse (b  rs), term applied to a European stock exchange. The first international bourse was established in Antwerp in the 16th cent. de Paris) company, develops and markets mechanical design software solutions. Founded in 1993, SolidWorks mission is to deliver the power of 3D to everybody in design and manufacturing. In five years of shipping product, SolidWorks has sold more than 118,000 total seats consisting of 66,000 commercial seats and 52,000 educational seats worldwide. SolidWorks has offices worldwide and distributes its products through a network of 230 resellers selling in 70 countries. For the latest news, information, or a live online demonstration, visit the company's Web site (www.solidworks.com). SolidWorks and the SolidWorks logo are registered trademarks and of SolidWorks Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright (c) 2001 SolidWorks Corporation. |
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